Organic Chemistry Study Guide and Solutions
Organic Chemistry Study Guide and Solutions
6th Edition
ISBN: 9781936221868
Author: Marc Loudon, Jim Parise
Publisher: W. H. Freeman
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Chapter 26, Problem 26.19P
Interpretation Introduction

(a)

Interpretation:

A curved-arrow mechanism that involves the important intermediates for the formation of pyridoxamine phosphate is to be stated. The significance of the pyridinium ion in the catalysis of the given reaction sequence is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The curved-arrow notation is used to show the transfer of electrons from one atom to another. The curved arrow has two barbs (head and tail) which represent the direction of electron flow.

Interpretation Introduction

(b)

Interpretation:

A curved-arrow mechanism for converting the α amino acid serine into formaldehyde and glycine is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The curved-arrow notation is used to show the transfer of electrons from one atom to another. The curved arrow has two barbs (head and tail) which represent the direction of electron flow.

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